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Northern Highland American Legion State Forest

Northern Highland American Legion State Forest

Description

Established in 1925 to protect the headwaters of the Wisconsin, Flambeau and Manitowish rivers, the Northern Highland American Legion (NHAL) State Forest occupies more than 232,000 acres in northern Wisconsin. The forest provides employment and economic support to rural and urban communities through the production of forest products, recreation and tourism.

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    Raptors of the Great Lakes

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    This event will Introduce the hawks, owls, osprey and eagles of the Great Lakes Region. Attendees will learn identification skills and the behavioral habits, habitats and particular roles of raptors on the landscape.

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    Water Wednesday

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    Explore the waters of Crystal and Musky lakes, learn about the critters that call them home and why they are so important to their ecosystems.

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    Plants and Pollinators

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    Investigate the relationship between plants and the animals that contribute to the process of pollination. The event will take place at the Crystal Lake Nature Center, located at 3237 Crystal Lake Road in Boulder Junction, WI.

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    First Day Hike

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    Welcome in the New Year with DNR staff for a First Day Hike on the Fallison Lake Trail in the Northern Highland American Legion State Forest.

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    Water Wednesday

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    Come explore the water and critters of Crystal and Musky lakes this summer.

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    Bats

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    Learn about the bats of Wisconsin, including species, threats, current research, local culture and community.

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    Furbearers

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    Wisconsin is home to many unique furbearing species that thrive in all sorts of different habitats! Come learn about the state’s furbearers, where they live and how they thrive.

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    Water Wednesday

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    Come explore the water and critters of Crystal and Musky lakes this summer.

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    Smokey's 80th Birthday

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    Join forest staff to celebrate Smokey on his 80th birthday. Smokey will be making an appearance.

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    Universe In The Park

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    Learn more about astronomy and look through a telescope at the stars!

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